Teen Programs Administrator at The Field Museum in Chicago IL

Position: Teen Programs Administrator

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Department: Sue Ling Gin Center for Education and Public Programs

Our Mission: Since the 1893 World Columbian Exposition, our organization has aimed to connect people to the natural environment and human history.

Join our team and enjoy a benefits package that truly supports your well-being and lifestyle:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Including medical, dental, vision plans, and even pet insurance.

• Financial Security: Life and disability benefits plus a 403(b) savings plan to help you plan for the future.

• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off, paid sick leave, and paid holidays to ensure you have time to recharge and spend with loved ones.

• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy great employee discounts and complimentary general admission to participating cultural institutions.

We're dedicated to enhancing your life both at work and beyond!

This position will manage the teen volunteer program and other workshops for the teen audience. This position will help to cultivate a passion for science, culture and provide a space for expression and sharing. In this role the administrator is responsible for creating a space for teens to feel they have a place at the museum where they can make new friends and share their passions with other teens from across the Chicagoland area and lead our longstanding teen volunteer program. The position will also cultivate partnerships across the city to diversify the teen audience of the Field Museum. The Teen Program Administrator will oversee development, recruitment, management and logistics for the teen volunteers and other public programs: This position requires weekend work.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Develop and maintain teen programs to create more teen community: Creating a space for teens to feel they have a place at the museum where they can make new friends and share their passions with other teens from across the Chicagoland area.

   1. Develop new and update current teen programs in the Teen Volunteer Storytelling and Culture track of programming

      1. Planning and Development

         1. Develop and lead all teen programs in the Teen Storytelling and Culture track of programming

         2. Ensure that projects remain on time and on budget

         3. Collaborate with Field Museum staff and scientists on program development

2. Coordinate and maintain the Teen Programming social media presence

   1. Manage the Teen Digital Channels

      1. Work with other teams across the department to ensure all programs are represented.

      2. Manage content to ensure it is appropriate and brand aligned

      3. Post or review posts as necessary to market and promote work with teens

3. Manage the operation, supply and maintenance of Digital Studio equipment

   1. Assess and maintain digital equipment, including laptops, iPads, 3D printers, laser cutters, etc.

   2. Make sure all supplies are ordered and stocked

   3. Report any equipment repairs and maintenance needed to the Sr. Director

4. Represent the Field Museum at cross-institutional and citywide gatherings and meetings around the high school audience

   1. Attend cross-institutional and citywide meetings about teen programming on behalf of the Field Museum

   2. Create and maintain partnerships across the city to diversify the teen audience of the Field Museum

   3. Talk to colleagues to best represent the programming for the age group across the museum

5. Assist Family Programs team on other team projects

   1. Attend evening and weekend events to supervise teen volunteers, lead programming and support teen volunteers and/or the Family Programs Team.

   2. Help prep for and set up for Family Programs events, as needed

6. Lead all aspects of the teen volunteer program

   1. Oversee daily operational program

   2. Train and mentor public-facing teen volunteer facilitators and interns.

   3. Facilitate educational science content for Guests and staff.

   4. Maintain and design facilitation content and learning objectives.

   5. Order all supplies and organize all events and training sessions for the program.

   6. Communicate with teens and parents regarding expectations and schedules.

   7. Build and maintain relationships with Field Museum and community partners to support programming needs

   8. Supervise teen interns

   9. Serve as supervisor to the Teen Volunteer Interns and other internships during the school year

      1. Complete all hiring paperwork

      2. Conduct interviews

      3. Complete all on-boarding paperwork

      4. Onboard and manage interns

      5. Oversee day to day intern projects and expectations

7. Launch Teen Council for the museum

   1. Recruit for council

   2. Lead regular meetings

   3. Oversee the teen council projects

8. Lead STEAM Program

   1. Recruit rising 9th graders for summer STEAM program

   2. Create curriculum for yearly program

   3. Lead the day to day needs and instruction for the program

Skills and Qualifications

1. Bachelor degree or equivalent experience required

2. 5-10 years of experience working with teens and building community

3. Strong visitor experience and/or customer service skills

4. Flexible and organized

5. Strong leadership and coaching skills

6. Clear communicator, strong interpersonal skills

7. Enjoys working with people, especially teenagers

8. Basic technology and social media understanding

Supervision Received:

Receives general supervision by Manager, Family Programs

Supervision Exercised:

The position will supervise interns.

Work Hours and Shift:

Tuesday - Saturday, 8:30am-4:30pm with regular evening work.

Hybrid Eligibility:

Seasonal eligibility, not eligible during summer programming

Location:

1400 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr. Chicago, IL 60605

Union Representation:

This position is represented by Field Museum Workers’ United, AFSCME Council 31, AFL-CIO.

Pay Range: $60,000-63,000/Annually

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The Field Museum is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination, embracing diversity, and fostering mutual respect. We value the unique perspectives each team member brings, which empowers our ability to innovate and overcome challenges.

At the Field Museum, we are dedicated to making our career website and recruitment process accessible to everyone. If you encounter any difficulty when using or accessing our online application, or if you need a reasonable accommodation for completing your application, participating in interviews, or any other part of the selection process, please reach out to us at recruitment@fieldmuseum.org.